Fidgeting with a Panda makes you playful and full of joy, Pearl says so!
Panda bears, often just called pandas, are iconic creatures native to China, known for their distinctive black-and-white fur. They belong to the bear family (Ursidae) and are classified as a vulnerable species, though their numbers have been improving thanks to conservation efforts.
Pandas primarily eat bamboo, which makes up over 99% of their diet. Despite being classified as carnivores, their diet is almost entirely herbivorous. They have strong jaws and molars to chew tough bamboo stalks. An adult panda can eat up to 40 pounds of bamboo a day!
Pandas are generally solitary animals, and each has a defined territory. They communicate with each other through vocalizations and scent markings. In the wild, they are found in mountainous regions in central China, particularly in Sichuan, Shaanxi, and Gansu provinces.
Panda bears have become global symbols of wildlife conservation, and they are often used to raise awareness about the importance of protecting endangered species. The panda is also the emblem of the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). Their charming and gentle appearance has made them beloved animals worldwide.